Oliverson Law DUI & Criminal Defense - Tempe, AZ

Elite Criminal Defense and DUI Advocacy Across Tempe

Facing criminal allegations or a sudden arrest in Tempe can quickly derail a persons future, career, and freedom. Established in 2009 by lead defense attorney Derek Oliverson, Oliverson Law DUI and Criminal Defense provides steadfast legal representation for individuals charged with criminal offenses throughout Maricopa County. What sets this legal team apart is a rare background sitting in every seat of the justice system: Derek Oliverson has served as a police officer, a prosecutor, and a presiding judge. This tactical insider insight enables the firm to anticipate prosecutor strategies, uncover flaws in law enforcement investigations, and build airtight courtroom defenses. When confronted with life-altering charges, individuals often need a lawyer urgently to step in before formal charging decisions are finalized. Operating from their office on East Rio Salado Parkway, the firm is available twenty-four hours a day, ensuring immediate access to an aggressive defense attorney.

Tenacious DUI Defense in Tempe and Across Arizona

Arizona enforces some of the strictest drunk driving penalties in the United States, including mandatory jail time, steep financial assessments, and ignition interlock device installations even for first-time offenders. Drivers who must find a lawyer after being pulled over along Mill Avenue or Interstate 10 receive proactive legal defense from lawyers who have handled more than five thousand DUI cases across Arizona.

• Standard first offense and second offense misdemeanor driving under the influence charges
• Extreme DUI and super extreme DUI defense involving elevated blood alcohol concentrations
• Aggravated felony DUI charges involving license suspensions or child passengers
• Underage drinking and driving defense for Arizona State University students
• Challenging field sobriety testing protocols, breathalyzer calibration, and blood draw warrants

Defense for Violent Crimes, Assault, and Domestic Violence

Violent crime allegations carry severe societal stigma alongside lengthy mandatory prison sentences. Individuals who seek legal representation when accused of domestic violence, disorderly conduct, or aggravated assault can rely on the firms exhaustive trial preparation. The attorneys examine 911 dispatch audio, witness statements, and physical evidence to establish self-defense or false accusations, striving to protect the clients clean record.

• Aggravated assault, disorderly conduct, and weapons charges
• Domestic violence allegations and fighting temporary protective orders
• Theft, burglary, and property damage offenses in municipal and superior courts
• Felony probation violation hearings and post-conviction relief

Drug Offenses and College Student Defense

With Tempe hosting the massive student body of Arizona State University, alcohol and drug arrests are exceptionally common. A conviction for marijuana, prescription narcotics, or illegal substances can result in the loss of scholarships, campus housing, and future career prospects. The firm frequently intervenes to secure diversion programs, deferred prosecution, or complete charge dismissals for university students and young adults.

Contact a 24/7 Tempe Criminal Defense Lawyer

When your liberty is on the line, there is no time to waste. Those looking to hire an attorney can reach out day or night to arrange a free, comprehensive case evaluation. Whether you need to consult an attorney regarding a pending investigation or fight severe criminal charges, Oliverson Law DUI and Criminal Defense delivers the relentless courtroom defense needed to protect your future.